2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
